Architect Career Research

Architecture

Career Description
Architects design buildings and other structures. They also make sure they are functional, safe, and suit the needs of the people who use them all the while looking good. The average architect earns a mean of 78,680$ a year.

Tasks

Architects must be able to:
> Work long hours under deadline
> Produce designs based on client needs
> Create detailed blueprints and models
> Choose building materials
> Work within budgets
> Know about building codes and zoning restrictions
> Supervise construction at noisy, dusty, busy sites
> Hold many meetings with clients, engineers, and others

Interests
Architects must be interested in:
> Being creative and artistic
> Being very attentive to detail
> Communicating with others

Education
Architects are required or should have taken the following classes and degrees:
> Art and Design

> Math
> Physics
> Calculus
> Geometry
> Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), Master of Architecture (M.Arch.), PhD  in Architecture or Doctor of Architecture (D.Arch.).

Skills
Architects must have the following skills:
> Design Skills
> Drawing Skills
> Writing Skills
> Legal Skills
> Calculation Skills
> Management Skills